Manchester United secured a 1-0 win over Aston Villa on Sunday, extending their unbeaten run at Old Trafford and ending the away side's unbeaten streak. The victory adds to the momentum of United's season, but they still face tough tests before the campaign closes.
Erik ten Hag's side has not lost a Premier League game at home since the opening weekend of the season. However, they have not been as dominant on the road, especially against teams in the top half of the table. With several challenging fixtures ahead, it will be interesting to see if United can maintain their impressive form.
The Red Devils will face Brighton on May 4th, with each team having won one match against the other this season. Brighton won the first encounter at Old Trafford, while United emerged victorious in the FA Cup semi-final after a gruelling penalty shootout. If United secures a victory against Brighton, they will head into their match against West Ham full of confidence.
West Ham is currently sitting in 15th place in the Premier League table and has suffered recent defeats to Liverpool and Crystal Palace. Moyes' team will be hoping to turn things around, but United has a strong record against the former manager. Moyes has won just one of his last nine meetings with United, and the victory came when he knocked his opponent out of the Carabao Cup in 2021.
United's next match will be against Wolves on May 13th. Although Wolves has a healthy record against top-six teams, they recently suffered a 6-0 loss against Brighton, highlighting defensive frailties. United will be looking to exploit these weaknesses and secure a crucial win.
A week later, United will travel to Bournemouth, a side that has picked up valuable points in recent weeks. However, their 4-0 defeat to West Ham revealed some defensive weaknesses that United could capitalize on.
United's penultimate domestic fixture of the season will be against Chelsea at Old Trafford. Chelsea has struggled this season and is currently in 12th place. Although the previous fixture between the two sides ended in a 1-1 draw, Chelsea's eight-game winless streak will give United an opportunity to collect all three points.
While United has not been as dominant away from home, their strong performances at Old Trafford have been crucial to their success this season. With several challenging fixtures ahead, United will need to maintain their impressive form to finish the season on a high note. Ten Hag has done an excellent job of managing his team this season, and his tactical expertise has been instrumental in their success. With players such as Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, and Casemiro in the squad, United has the firepower to win against any team.
Overall, United's upcoming fixtures will be crucial to their success this season. While they have shown strong performances at home, they will need to maintain their form on the road to secure victories against tough opponents. With the FA Cup title and top 4 confirmation still up for grabs, United will need to remain consistent and buoyant to have a chance at winning the trophy and securing Champions League football next season.
